Sherry

August 16, 2011

Hi Ashley i'm missing your dad too hun and I promise you things will get better with time.I remember all the times that I saw your dad play which was a lot and i can still see him on that stage playing his music as only he could do.Keep the faith and god will watch over you as well as your dad.You never realize how much you miss someone until they're gone.And i miss your dad a lot.Eddie was one of my best friends while he played at Do Drop and Sahara.He is in a much better place now where there is no suffering no pain.R.I.P. EDDIE MY special friend.

Ron Hawkins

August 16, 2011

I met Eddie in the 70's at the Holiday Inn,Fern Valley Rd. He and the group was working the Gong Show crowd. On thursday night I made my way to be included in the crowd. He ask me if I did any singing and I said sometimes,he said come on up. He was one of the great players in Louisville. My prayers to his loved ones. I will always have great memories of him
"Hawk"

Ashley Grimes

August 15, 2011

I sure do miss you dad... Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Not having you is so much harder than I ever thought it would be. I know you are in a better place, but I selfishly wish you were back here with all of us, so we could all go celebrate your birthday together... I just want you to know that I love you so much and I love how amazing of a man you were. I will miss you always and I know time heals all wounds, rest in peace and know we all love you.

Kim The Taylors

August 13, 2011

Once again on behalf of my family I would like to express our deepest thoughts and prayers to all of Eddies loved ones. He was one of the best men I ever knew and definately the best Sax player I ever heard. Alot of fond memories are held in our hearts from when we used to watch him perform. I was 18 years old when I first met you at the WindJammer Lounge, Eddie D and Energy. I will also never forget the time you pulled me over comeing from a club in Indiana and told me to park the car because you loved me and my Husband to much to watch me get killed or kill someone. You were a true friend. Rest In Peace Eddie.

Sherry Durham

August 7, 2011

I Had the pleasure of meeting a very good friend of Eddie's on Aug.7 who was playing at John E's in the patio room and i asked him when he came in if he knew Eddie and he siad yes so i asked if he would play a song in memory of Eddie for me and he also said yes and he did.The man's name was Eddie humphrey and he told me he had the pleasure of playing Sax on many occasions with my dear friend whom we have lost but we know is in heaven continuing to play the beautiful music he played here on earth.The whole night was like reliving some nights at Do Drop and Sahara while listening to this music that Eddie Humphrey played.He reminded me so much of the way Eddid D played so i just want to let you know that i will cherish the memorie's of Eddie D in my heart forever until we meet again.May god bless your whole family and i do know that our angel will be playing the saxophone in heaven like the angel he is and always was.One of my fondest memories of Eddie playing was to hear him play UNCHAINED MELODY. And he played it flawlessly just like all his music.So go and keep that beautiful music playing in heaven and we will all still hear you playing it here on earth.R.I.P. EDDIE FLY HIGH MY FRIEND.Love you always.Sherry

Carolyn Jamison

August 4, 2011

I sit and read all the wonderful things everyone has to say about "Eddie D", my uncle and I envey those who got to know him even better than me. I sit and grieve what is lost forever on this earth, yet I can still hear his voice, and see his face in my minds eye. And I thank God for this gift of remembering, because I know someday it will be a comfort. While I am mourning the loss of my uncle, angles are rejoicing that he is singing with them.

SHERRY DURHAM

August 3, 2011

MY DEAREST EDDIE.YOU WILL LIVE FOREVER IN MY HEART AND THE HEARTS OF THOSE WHO CAME TO HEAR YOUR BEAUTIFUL VOICE SING AT THE CLUBS.JUST SITTING HERE RIGHT NOW LISTENING TO YOU SING IN MY HEAD HAS BROUGHT A LOT OF TEARS.BUT THEY ARE TEARS OF JOY FOR I'M SO GLAD I HAD THE HONOR OF KNOWING YOU PERSONALLY FROM THE TIME I FIRST CAME TO THE DO DROP INN AND HEARD YOU AND MET YOU.THEN YOU LEFT THE DO DROP INN AND YOU CAME TO THE CLUB SAHARA WITH A NEW BAND CALLED (EDDID D AND THE EXPRESS)I WILL NEVER FORGET THE LOOK ON YOUR FACE OPENING NIGHT AT SAHARA WHEN YOU SAW THE CAKE I HAD MADE FOR YOU AND YOUR NEW BAND.YOU GOT SO TICKLED AT THE TRAIN I HAD PUT ON THE CAKE BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU ATE THE FIRST BITE OF THAT CAKE.THEN YOU TOLD RICKY,BENNY,DARREL,AND JIM TO MAKE SURE THEY ATE THE REST OF THAT CAKE.BUT THE LOOK ON YOUR FACE WAS PRICELESS AND I KNOW ONE DAY I WILL SEE THAT PRICELESS LOOK ON YOUR FACE AGAIN.GOD BLESS YOU MY SWEET ANGEL.GO NOW AND R.I.P. MY FRIEND.DO WHAT YOU DO BEST SING AND PLAY THAT SAX FOR ALL THOSE ANGELS IN HEAVEN AND ALL OF US ANGELS ON EARTH WHO KNOW YOU WILL BE WATCHING OVER US.YOU ARE THE WORLDS BEST FRIEND NO MATTER WHAT WAS WRONG.YOU WE'RE ALWAYS THERE TO PICK UP THE PIECES.SLEEP WELL FOREVER SWEET ANGEL.LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART,AND MISS YOU DEEPLY.

Donella Meeks

August 3, 2011

Its hard to find the words to explain how much i miss you. I miss hearing that silly old chair go up and down, our sunday mornings with HGTV, Getting up every morning and being greeted with a "good morning sweetheart" and a hug, coming home from work & seeing your face light up when i come through the door. Everywhere i look i see you. I want you to know that i love you so much, and im so thankful for the time we got together. i wouldn't have it any other way. You, mom, and I had some good times. Good memories. Our memories of you live on and every day i think of another one that leaves me with a smile. It doesn't take written words to know how much you loved me... i've heard it from you many times, and that's all i need. Rest peacefully now, and i'll see you again. Forever & always in my heart... i love you Eddie.

Linda Likins

August 3, 2011

My sweet Uncle. I was so lucky to have you in my life. Your positive attitude and enthusiam was infectious. Your parting is a tremendous loss for this earth and you will live in the hearts of everyone that knew and loved you. Heaven has recieved a beautiful soul. Play hard, laugh and enjoy till we meet again.

Martha Povesis

August 3, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Eddie, many memories of Eddie playing Saxophone and singing. He made people smile and he will be greatly missed.

Yvette Mitchell

August 3, 2011

I wasn't lucky enough to meet you Eddie D but I've had the honor of listening to some of your God given Talent!!! Enough said Baby I Love the Music!!! R.I.P.

Nancy Springston

August 2, 2011

He was as good a friend as he was an entertainer.When he was younger he was full of life and always fun to have around.We never knew when he was going to show up at the apartment.My cousins
Eileen and Carol Gahafer,and I Nancy Springston Cory lived together,he was a great friend,but we were also a family.If we didn't go to the club,he came over for breakfast,many,many good times.Thank you Eddie for all the memories...RIP,pray for you always,you will be missed

Patricia Cowles

August 2, 2011

Although I have only known Eddie for 10 short years, he is my husband Ronnie’s father and what a great man he was. Every time I saw him, even after he became sick, he was smiling and cutting up. He had an infectious personality which is why so many liked him. I find myself fortunate because although Eddie has gone on to be with our Father, my husband was blessed with Eddie’s musical gift, a great smile and personality as well. Therefore Eddie’s legacy can live on. Thank you Eddie for the laughs, good times and your son! You will be missed.

Peggy Ferguson

August 2, 2011

To the love of my life, Eddie Dee. To say good bye to you is very hard, but its time to let go. You're at peace now. No more hurt & disappointments for you. And you truly did it your way until the day you died. Our memories will last forever. I love you always. Peggy.

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Cathy Danner

August 2, 2011

The music of your soul lives on in all that loved you. Rest in Peace Uncle Eddie.

Gary Falk

August 2, 2011

Eddie was something of a legend for Louisville; with the "Blues Express" at Colonial Gardens and elsewhere he built a huge following that endured year after year. It was great fun knowing and playing music with Eddie. I shall remember him all my days as an all-around good guy and excellent entertainer. Gary Falk (Louisville)

Kristen Russell

August 2, 2011

Eddie was my neighbor for a short while in Mt. Washington. The one thing I admired most about Eddie, was his smile. No matter how bad the day was for him or bad he hurt ~ he was smiling. He was a sweet man who had a irresistable charm. A very well taken care of man with the love of two special women, Peggy & Donella. You will be missed, Eddie. Rest in Peace & we will see you again.

Brian Russell

August 2, 2011

Eddie and I were good neighbors and friends. I'm thankful I had the privilege to know him for the short time that I did. He was very much loved and admired. He was a strong man who fought a very hard battle with Peggy and Donella by his side. Now the battle is over and you can rest in peace, Eddie.

Michelle Murphy

August 2, 2011

I visited your home many times in Mt. Washington with Peggy and Donella. We became good pals throughout your treatments. You were very loved and well taken care of. Rest in peace Eddie.

Peggy Ferguson

August 2, 2011

To the love of my life, Eddie Dee. To say goodbye to you is very hard, but it's time to let go. You're at peace now. No more hurt and disappointments for you. And you truly did it your way until the day you died. Our memories will last forever. I love you always, Peggy.

Donald Leffler

August 2, 2011

I guess I go back a long way with Eddie.I was in my twenties when I met him and he wasn't playing saxophone he was just singing.I was playing at a now defunct club titled "Say When" and he sat in with the band and sang. He had a vivacious personality and I knew right then he was going to go a long way in the entertainment business. I guess I worked off and on with him for several years at both "Say When" and "Colonial Gardens" and various other venues.Every night and every gig we worked he had that infectious quality and yes, that great smile. We later went our separate ways in the entertainment business and I lost touch.It was sad to read of his passing and to his family and many friends I offer my heartfelt condolences. Don Leffler

Sandy Kistner

August 1, 2011

I'm am very sorry to hear about the passing of "Eddie D". I remember him from the Van-Dells in the late 70's in Huntsville Alabama. Also had the chance to see him perform solo. Thanks for the memories. Sandy "Lamb" Kistner orginally from Huntsville.

Chuck & Jenny Harrison

August 1, 2011

Many great memories of listening to Eddie sing and play that Saxophone. We will miss you Eddie! God bless you're family during these times and know that you were someone that truly made a difference in the world...you made people smile....Until we meet again ...

David D. Holloway

August 1, 2011

To Eddie's entire Family,

In early April 2011 I realized I had been granted an opportunity, a fortune of fate at the Fern Creek Post Office. After almost 30 years I again saw a musical brother's big smile! It was Eddie D! Peggy was there too! Eddie's big smile was weakened, but his smile still made me feel good, as it always did. (I guess we all agree about Eddie's smile, don't we?). When Eddie told me his condition that day, I knew that very moment that God had allowed me to see Eddie again...to allow me to tell Eddie something I had never told him and had been meaning to. The story? Long ago I was a member of The Blues Express, and for some reason, over the years I just kept remembering 2 things... Firstly, when Eddie had come up with an incredibly inspiring horn arrangement of the song "Love Lift Us Up Where We Belong". And if I think about it... Eddie was just like that song... always smiling, full of energy, positive, uplifting... the notes themselves ascending. And, secondly, I just didn't realize what a great singer Eddie was until listening to 'live' recordings of the band years later. I had been wanting to tell him for years just how great a recording voice he had and what a great tone on saxophone. An artist. The real deal. I am so thankful I was able to tell Eddie in person. I meant it! God allowed me to tell him! Big hugs were delivered that day all around. So what's the point about his great singing and that great smile after all these years? It was still all there in Eddie's heart. This musical brother still showed love in his eyes, his smile, his music... his enthusiasm! There should be a reprise of Eddie's life ... may 'Love Lift Us Up Where We Belong'... Eddie is already there. He will be greatly missed. David D. Holloway

Dale Scharre

August 1, 2011

I had the Honor of knowing Eddie for 28 yrs.-- We enjoyed laughs & music together, he was a fighter, tough, sweet as a baby; all rolled into 1 Great man. My Father passed 1 half yrs. ago, they were also great friends--going to his karaoke gig where ever he was at.....I am friends with Ronnie as well.. God bless you all......D. Scharre

Don and Donna Rubarts

August 1, 2011

Eddie touched our lives with his music and love for life, he will truly be missed by the "Over The Hill Gang" (as he so named us) Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to especially Peggy and also to his family.

Shirley Teeter

August 1, 2011

Just wanted to give my condolences to Eddie's whole family.Especially to all his precious children whom I know he will be watching over them all.Eddie was a great friend of mine and how i loved to hear him sing and play the saxophone at the (Club Sahara).He will be so deeply missed by all those who knew him and by those who had heard about him through a friend.(R.I.P.) Eddie.And keep that Amazing Grace going.Go now and play that beautiful music for all those angels there with you.And play that Saxophone for everyone on earth and in heaven as only you could play it.You're the greatest there ever was.All My Love and Deepest Sympathy's.Shirley.

Cathy Brumley

August 1, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about Eddie. All
of you are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come.

Love,
Cathy

Carol Grayson

August 1, 2011

I will miss Eddie's smile and endless stories!He sure fought the fight and can now rest in peace. My sincere sympathy for your loss. He will be missed
Carol Grayson at Korrect Optical

Robert H Dempley III

August 1, 2011

How wonderful it is to see how many lives my Uncle touched. He was larger than life. He will always be be remembered and will truly be missed by all of us.

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CATHY SANDERS

July 31, 2011

TO MY VERY DEAR FRIEND AND FAVORITE MUSICIAN.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHYS GO OUT TO YOUR WHOLE FAMILY.DURING THIS TIME OF TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS GOD WILL BE THERE HOLDING YOUR HANDS AND WATCHING OVER EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU.EDDIE WAS A MAN WHO WAS TRULY LOVED AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY EACH AND EVERY ONE OF THOSE WHO KNEW HIM.HE WILL BE PLAYING THAT SAXOPHONE UP IN HEAVEN FOR ALL THOSE ANGELS THERE AND HE WILL CONTINUE TO PLAY IT HERE FOR ALL OF US.YOU GO NOW EDDIE AND R.I.P. (Sleep Well Sweet Sweet Angel)USE THOSE WINGS TO FLY AND WATCH OVER ALL OF US HERE ON EARTH.yOU WE'RE ALWAYS THE SWEETEST ANGEL I KNEW ON EARTH.SO DON'T STOP GIVING THAT LOVE TO EVERYONE NOW.ALL MY LOVE AND SYMPATHY.CATHY R. SANDERS

Sherry Durham

July 31, 2011

My Dearest Friend Eddie.You will be missed so much in and out of the music industry.We had some great times together singing at the (DO DROP INN) and at the (CLUB SAHARA)You we're one of my dearest and best friends in life that i ever met.And i will miss you so very much.Please R.I.P. and play that sweet music in heaven that you played here on earth for all of those who knew you.We will meet again one day to reunite and sit back and talk about all the great times we had together.So you go now and play that saxophone for all those angels you are with and for all the angels you are watching over everyday.Remember Eddie you we're one of my best friends in life and there was nothing we wouldn't have done for one another.Did you ever know that you're my hero? Just in case you didn't i want you to know that now.Spread your wings and fly (Sweet Sweet Angel)All my love and deepest sympathy's to your whole family.(Sleep Peacefully My Dear Friend And Angel)

K Spears

July 31, 2011

Prayers for you, & your family.

Jeff & Margaret Vincent

July 31, 2011

We just got done listening to Eddie's music. I felt like we had to say something. He will be missed by so many people, but he is in Heaven with so many. God has blessed us with so many blessings and one of them is to know Eddie and to call him a brother "n" law. God bless Eddie and can't wait to him see him again. Heaven's music will have a little different twist.

Love You
Jeff and Margaret

Joyce & Norman Marzain

July 31, 2011

Eddie, will be deeply missed ! We used to love to hear him sing and play that saxophone ! My prayers go out to Peggy and the family. He will always be in our hearts & memories.

Joe & Phyllis Rogers

July 31, 2011

You will be missed.

margaret vincent

July 31, 2011

Eddie you will always live in ours hearts and prayers, we enjoyed listening to your music and playing the saxophone, and now you will be entertaining the angels. Peggy and Donella our thoughts and prayers are with you.


Margaret and Jeff Vincent

Michael Brumley

July 31, 2011

To The Family of EDDIE "D", My heart goes out to Phyllis, Ashley, Eddie, Ryan and Robin. I hope you all keep the good thoughts with you, Memories are what keep people eternal. I know your dad thought about you all the time and loved each of you in his own unique way. I will miss all the times and music we shared together. He was a great influence on my music as i am sure he was on others. He will be surely missed by his family, friends and those who just met him. Love to the Family. Michael "E" and Tee

Robin Vasquez

July 31, 2011

To My Family, extended family & all of our friends,
Thank you for the prayers and good wishes.
To my brothers and sister, I love you all and we will get through this together. The loss of our father has brought us closer than ever and we will see him again one day. I love you Ashley, Eddie, Ryan & Ronnie. xoxo Love, Your Sister, Robin. xoxo

ashley grimes

July 31, 2011

We love you Dad and always will. I know you are smiling down on us and everything is going to be ok. Keep on smiling!
Love, Ashley, Chuck, Mak and Jack

Mike Druen

July 31, 2011

Rest In Peace my friend..i truly enjoyed the years we played together at The Do Drop Inn..you were a great musician and friend...our talks about the old days we had a few weeks back will be something i will always treasure...save a spot on heavens stage for me..see ya then..your friend

July 31, 2011

THANKS FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR ALL OF US FELLOW MUSICIANS,YOU WILL BE MISSED TONY&DONNA WILLIAMS KNOX. TN.

Mary McClure

July 31, 2011

To: The Family,
I was so sadden to hear about Eddy's passing. We go way back in the years singing together. He will always have special memories in my heart. He always had a smile on his face no matter when you seen him out. He could play a saxaphone out of this world. He will be playing up in heaven for all of our friends that have passed on. I pray that God sends peace to the family and will be praying for you all. My thoughts and prayers will be there for you all.
A Great friend will be lost.

Connie & Tommy Krzykowski

July 31, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who loved Eddie. May many happy memories give you comfort during your sadness.
With much sympathy,

Joyce Hill

July 31, 2011

Eddie was truly a talented singer and a wonderful entertainer. I will always cherish the good times that Jim and I and the rest of the "Over The Hill Gang" had with him. Peggy, my heart goes out to you.

Barbara

July 31, 2011

I use to go to Doo Drop Inn and Sahara Club just to listen to Eddie D. He was truly talented and will be missed by many! Sleep Softly Eddie!

Paul Povesis

July 31, 2011

Paul Povesis

July 31, 2011

Eddie,
Thank you for teaching me how to play the saxophone "The "Right Way"
Your friend forever,

July 30, 2011

Karen Warren

July 30, 2011

Sing loud in Heaven. Rest in Peace

Randy & Patsy Bryant

July 30, 2011

Our Deepest Sympathy to one of the strongest and amazing men we have had the pleasure of knowing, and being a Very Close Friend Who was as close to being a brother as one could be. Our Prayers go out to Peggy and Donella who spent months if not years caring for and Loving him. Also to the family
of Eddie "DEE" Our condolences and heart go out to you. Bless you All!

Peggy & Donella

July 30, 2011

We miss you & love you forever.

misty lee

July 30, 2011

a true showman for his generation...rest in peace.

July 30, 2011

Eddie,

It was a great honor not only to know you but to play drums for you in some of your bands. I will miss all the fun and laughs we've shared through the years. You were the best of the best. I will never forget you.

Robert Fiandaca
Louisville, Kentucky

Rick & Scarlette White

July 30, 2011

Eddie has touched the lives of so many people as an entertainer and a friend. The "Over the Hill Gang" will miss you immensely. Our prayers are with his loved ones.

Dona Beakes

July 30, 2011

R.I.P. dear friend, I am sure that Tim was there to greet you, when you stepped into Eternity. God bless your family as the days ahead will be difficult, I pray that they can find comfort in knowing that you are now at peace. See ya when I get there.....

Rosemary Edds

July 30, 2011

Eddie, a great entertainer. We will cherish the memories you've given us here on earth. Now friend, go entertain the Heavens. Our sympathy to family and friends. Frank & Rosemary Edds

Mike Browning

July 30, 2011

I worked with Eddie for almost
two years and he was one of the nicest people I have ever met.His determination
to live should be an inspiration to all of us. He is at peace now and may God bless his family and take care of them during these challenging times.

Donna Brown

July 30, 2011

RIP Ed, Forever in our memories. Love Donna and Brock.

eli hall

July 30, 2011

eddie was a good man and I will always be grateful for the help and good times he provided over the years. my heart goes out to his family and friends.

Barry & Kathy Perkins

July 30, 2011

Rest in peace Eddie. You will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers to his loved ones.

Troy Cheatham

July 30, 2011

We ar very sorry to hear of Ed, he was a wonderful friend to us, a great worker and very talented musician. He will be truly missed but is in peace now and a better place. May God Bless him and his family. The Cheathams

July 30, 2011

RIP Ed. Forever in our memories. Donna and Brock

Lisa Moreman Lea

July 30, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. He was a wonderful person and a great entertainer. He will be greatly missed. Lisa Moreman Lea

Kim The Taylor's

July 30, 2011

We're so sorry to hear about Eddie....he was a friend of my whole familys, we loved to watch and hear him play and sing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

FROM THE FAMILY